Yet another Lotus Europa project

Why do these always seem to be in THIS condition when I see them for sale? Not mine, etc.

1971 lotus europa [roller] - $1000 (st pete) PROJECT CAR florida title stripped down for rebuild includes a myriad of electrical parts former converted racer NOTE: this is a stripped down car that includes: body and chassis [CHASSIS IS NOT RUSTED OUT] front and rear bonnet 2 doors , 1 fair condition, 1 poor condition NOT MOUNTED front windscreen suspension and front rotors rear axles ONLY NO WIRING 4 wheels included but not shown in pics i will send updated pics upon request NO INTERIOR OFFER$$$$

I really like the lines of the S2 body vs. the Twin-Cam. That windshield is worth about half his asking price if it's in good condition.

It's a good thing it's so far away, I really don't need a 3rd on in pieces.